The Pomeranian is an active dog who is intelligent, courageous, and a loyal companion. The Pomeranian may not interact well with small children, and due to its small size can suffer abuse from children. Pomeranians have proven themselves to be excellent watchdogs by announcing intruders with loud, sharp barks. The Pomeranian easily adapts to life in the city, and is an excellent dog for country living. Pomeranians are Stubborn - These dogs will do exactly what they want to do. They will do it exactly when they want to do it! You must let your Pomeranian know that you are in charge.Make sure Pomeranians are trained to recognize their human as the "leader".
Pomeranians can be Sweet - They love to be cuddled and made a fuss over. Nothing make a Pomeranian happier than to be in your lap. Pomerianians especially love attention. They will sit and cuddle in a lap until they get too warm.
Pomeranians are Possessive - You may hear your Pomeranian snap, growl or show other aggressive tendencies. This usually means someone is touching you. They may also act out if you are paying attention to another pet in the home.
Pomeranians are Playful - Pomeranians love to play. It does not matter what it is. A ball, a catnip toy, his tail, your hand, your shirt. Pomeranians will play until they drop over from exhaustion. The first thing in the morning your Pomeranian may greet you with a ball in his mouth signifying it is playtime.
Pomeranians may be Dependent - Pomeranians need your affection and your approval. Some (not all) Pomeranians do not like to be left alone. Boarding a Pomeranian can be very difficult as they do not adapt quickly to a new situation.
Pomeranians are Attentive/Watchful - Before you know anyone is even on your street you will notice his ears go straight up. You may see your Pomeranian trying look out a door or window to see who is approaching. In spite of their size Pomeranians can be considered as a watch dog.
Summary
A Pomeranian is stubborn, sweet, possessive, playful, dependent and watchful. Pomeranians have a very nice temperament and they take well to both adults and children. Pomeranians are very jealous of other animals who may be getting attention. Pomeranians want to be the center of the universe (and they typically are). Pomeranians train easily since they want your approval. These beautiful dogs make great pets, especially for those who live alone. Pomeranians are very social and make great company. Pomeranians temperament should never detract you from having one. They are easy to train dogs that are perfect for young and old.
Pomeranians are generally a healthy, hardy, and long-lived breed—often, Poms live 15 or 16 years. The teeth of the Pomeranian can be the cause of serious health concerns for the breed. The teeth must be meticulously cared for through frequent cleaning to prevent the teeth from falling out at a rather early age. Problems with the teeth can cause heart problems which may lead to an early death. Pomeranians are known to have a higher likelihood of suffering from seizures either from idiopathic epilepsy or hypoglycemia.
Pomeranians are prone to several different Health Problems. The most notable problem is early tooth loss, which is quite common in this breed. To prevent tooth loss, feed your Pomeranian a Diet of dry dog food to help keep his teeth and gums in good condition. In addition, it's important to have your Pomeranian's teeth cleaned professionally once a year. Pomeranians can also be prone to eye and skin infections and some lines are prone to dislocated knee caps and Slipped stifle.
Pomeranians are also prone to dry eyes, tear duct disorders and Cataracts, all of which can cause blindness. Patent ductus arteriosis, a congenital heart defect is common in Pomeranians, as is collapsing trachea. Both of these problems can be quite serious. Before you purchase a Pomeranian puppy from a breeder, it's important to understand the puppy's lineage, so that you know what Health Problems he is likely to have inherited. It's also critical to have your Pomeranian receive regular veterinary care, since this breed does tend to have more Health problems than many other breeds, and because, like other toy breeds, this dog is generally fragile.
